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Become a Member of the Lupus Foundation of America

The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) was established in 1977 to educate and support those affected by Lupus and find the cure. The LFA supports research, education, awareness, patient services, and advocacy.

LFA is a nationwide grassroots, volunteer-driven organization exclusively serving individuals, families, and friends affected by lupus. We have hundreds of local chapters and support groups throughout the United States, as well as international affiliates around the world.

The Lupus Foundation of America, Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter serves southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, and southern New Jersey. Please contact us to find out how you can become involved in our mission.

A subscription to Lupus Line is included as a benefit of membership to the Lupus Foundation of America, Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter. In addition to receiving this great newsletter, you will be supporting many local programs and services for those affected by lupus along with local research efforts.

Annual Membership Levels:
Member, $30
Friend, $50
Sponsor, $100

Partner, $250
Patron, $500
Benefactor, $1,000

Become a Member of the LFA online now by CLICKING HERE or by mailing a check to:
Lupus Foundation of America, Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter
101 Greenwood Avenue, Suite 200
Jenkintown, PA 19046

Become a Lupus Activist

Help pass federal legislation that will benefit people with lupus. Sign up via email. You'll receive periodic advocacy updates and other breaking lupus news and information. For information about lupus, email or call us at 215-517-5070 ( toll-free at 1-866-517-5070 in PA, NJ, & DE only).

Volunteer Today

Volunteer Descriptions: We need dedicated people to help with Foundation projects. Volunteers need to be at least 14 years of age. Please download and complete the form attached above, and submit to our office in order to register to be a volunteer. Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the LFA Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter!

Event Staff: Help make our special events successful. Help to register participants, with refreshments, and many other facets of our walks and other special events. Specific events requiring volunteers include the Lupus Loop, New Jersey Walk for Lupus Now, Delaware Walk for Lupus Now, Lupus Links Golf Tournament, Living Well Seminar, etc.

Patient and Community Services Committee: Organize World Lupus Day programs and the Living Well Seminar and associated events.

Advocacy: Meet with state and federal legislators to ensure that funding is provided for research and educational programs.

Outreach to High Risk Groups: One of our concerns is increasing awareness within high-risk groups, specifically, African-Americans, Asian and Hispanic communities. The volunteers should be willing to contact church and community groups, distribute literature and arrange for our speakers to address their meetings.

Support Group Facilitators: Must be at least 21 years of age. Facilitators will receive training. Support Groups meet once a month. Most groups do not meet in Jan., Feb, July and August.

Self-Help Course Leader: Must be at least 21 years of age. Leaders are required to complete a formal training program.

Grant Writing: Work with office staff to complete and submit grant applications on behalf of the Lupus Foundation of America, Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter.

Turn your passion into action! Our third party fundraising campaign empowers ANYone, at ANYtime, in ANY place to get involved in fight against lupus by providing a fundraising platform to raise money for a great cause. Host a third party fundraiser, by planning a local community event, establishing a tribute fund, launching a mutually beneficial cause-marketing campaign, or conducting some other creative way to raise funds for the Lupus Foundation of America and the Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter. Learn more about third party fundraising opportunities. Learn more about third party fundraising opportunities.